Adjunct Instructor Health Science

JOB GOAL:

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kirkwood Community College seeks a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Adjunct Instructor providing instruction in health science courses within the college’s Health Programs area. Teaching responsibilities include traditional and concurrent credit sections of courses such as Medical Terminology and Professionals in Health. The instructor will work collaboratively with program faculty to deliver engaging, industry-relevant instruction that supports student achievement and workforce readiness.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engaging, student-centered instruction in assigned health courses.
• Teach courses in traditional credit and concurrent enrollment formats, following college and partner school guidelines.
• Develop and deliver course materials that meet established learning outcomes and align with departmental standards.
• Evaluate and assess student performance through assignments, exams, and other assessment methods in accordance with college policies.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of grades, attendance, and other required documentation.
• Support diverse student populations, promoting a student-centered approach.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff to ensure student success and class quality.
• Utilize learning technologies, including the college’s learning management system (LMS), to support instruction and communication.
• Comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Effectively instruct and communicate material for the course.
• Abide by and enforce safety rules when in a lab setting.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree in one of the discipline areas in the department (Nursing, RT, PTA, Surgical Tech, Medical Assist, OTA, Paramedic, MLT, or END) plus one and a half full years of recent and relevant work experience in that health care discipline area, and current licensure, registration, or credentialing in the discipline area.

• 3 full years of recent and relevant work experience in one of the disciplines represented within the health department (Nursing, RT, PTA, Surgical Tech, Medical Assist, OTA, Paramedic, MLT, or END), and current licensure, registration, or credentialing in the discipline area.
• Current licensure or credentialing in the discipline area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

EEO/AA STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572,equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone:(303) 844-5695FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email:OCR.Denver@ed.gov.